Iron Gate Antiques

07/20/2024

Saturday, July 20th, we’ll be closing at 3 pm and apologize for any inconvenience. Meanwhile, below are “before” and “after” photos. We think you’ll agree the cedar chest looks much better after being refinished!

07/17/2024

The new fabric looks amazing and having the wood refinished makes it look like new, too!

07/13/2024

Saturday, July 13th, update: The internet at the store is down & wont be restored until Monday, meaning the store phone is also down. Call Bob’s cell at 703-975-8389 if you need assistance. Thank you!

07/13/2024

Remember when we posted the photo of these pieces of a bed? Now it’s a bench! What do you think?

06/29/2024

Save the date!

Mark your calendars! The 54th annual Bluemont Fair is September 21st and 22nd.

Stay tuned in for updates... we are currently looking for Sellers of Antiques. If you or your business are interested please shoot us a DM so we can provide you with more information!

06/19/2024

We’re closed today for the Juneteenth holiday. See you tomorrow!

06/11/2024

Any guesses as to what this single bed from the 1930s will become?

05/29/2024

This child’s chair is functional after repairs & new caning. Way to go, Cecil & Bob! (Before photo included for comparison.)

05/24/2024

Looking for some fun this weekend? The Round Hill Hometown Festival is tomorrow beginning with a 5K run at 8 AM and going into the evening. The Irish dancers from Celtic Rhythm School of Dance are on at 1 PM. We’ll be open regular hours tomorrow (10-6).

If tomorrow doesn’t work with your plans, Hamilton Day is Monday. There’s another run and a parade followed by entertainment at the town park—to include the Irish dancers!

05/22/2024

Before and after of a sewing table. Please note we’ll be closed on Memorial Day Monday.

05/18/2024

Before & after. It may be a rainy day, but it’s dry in the store . . .

05/16/2024

The Spring Farm Tour is this weekend! It’s a great reason to come out to the store Saturday . . .

Welcome to the Loudoun Farm Tour: May 18 and 19 From charming encounters with llamas, alpacas, and donkeys to indulging in delectable homemade ice cream at a dairy farm, the Loudoun Spring Farm Tour offers a cornucopia of experiences for visitors of all ages. Featuring a diverse array of farms showc...

05/09/2024

The Bluemont Fair will be in September as usual, but planning is underway already. Isn’t this poster design awesome?

We have exciting news! We picked the artwork for this year’s Fair. And the winner is 🥁🥁🥁 BECKY GREENE!!

Becky is a Loudoun native who grew up in Bluemont, graduating from Loudoun Valley High School in 2001. Her creativity became evident as a youngster and found expression throughout her schooling, including taking college level art classes.

We are looking forward to seeing Becky’s beautiful artwork on this year’s poster and merchandise! 🐸🐢🦎

04/27/2024

These mahogany chairs have been completely restored and have been re-covered with the needlepoint made by our client’s grandmother. When they came in the upper sections were broken and the seats needed spring and webbing work. What do you think of how they turned out?

04/25/2024

From the “before” photo it wasn’t obvious the wood on this piece was cedar!

04/15/2024

This new brown leather upholstery really improves the look of this bar stool!

04/09/2024

Before & after. What a difference refinishing makes!

03/15/2024

Need an excuse to visit? This event even has an antique/classic car show!

Blue Ridge Hunt Annual Point to Point Races

03/10/2024

Now that this pine chest of drawers was refinished, it looks like new!

03/06/2024

This historic barn is a beautiful venue! Attending an event there is a great chance to see it. Check it out!

Georg Philipp Telemann was one of the most prolific major composers of all time: producing more than 3,000 compositions. Telemann was very highly regarded by colleagues and critics alike cited his works as models, and major composers such as J.S. Bach and Handel bought and studied his published work...

03/05/2024

March 16th is another opportunity to run in Bluemont! Great Country Farms is hosting a 5k and a 10k. What a great way to see the area! 🏃 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♂️

Join us for our 10th Annual 5K/10K race on a gorgeous course and post-race celebration at Dirt Farm Brewing The scenic and rolling 10K course will take you on a journey through the scenic back roads of Bluemont, VA. You will run past numerous farms along the Blue Ridge on gravel roads. The 5K i...

02/25/2024

Looking to challenge yourself for a good cause? Here’s your opportunity!

Join us March 10th for the Dirt-Farm Brewing 5k/10k benefiting the Loudoun Career Fire Fighters Foundation!
https://bishopsevents.com/event/2024-dirt-farm-brewing-5k-10k/

02/17/2024

We’re open today, Saturday, Feb 18th, but will be closed tomorrow and Monday for President’s Day. The roads are clear while the trees are snow covered, so it’s a beautiful day for a drive. We think this chair restoration turned out beautifully, as well!

02/10/2024

Before & after. Isn’t the bird fabric awesome?

01/27/2024

What a difference new fabric makes! Have anything that needs to be reupholstered?

01/19/2024

Did you know we refurbish trunks? “Before” photos are included for comparison.

01/16/2024

Before, during & after. WOW!! We are open today, January 16th, despite the snow. Drive carefully if you’re out & about!

12/30/2023

Before & after. We’re open today (Dec 30th), but will be closed on New Year’s Day. Look for the newsletter on Jan 2nd. Happy New Year!

12/24/2023

We’ll be closed on December 25th to celebrate Christmas, but will re-open on the 26th. Merry Christmas!